8 hurt in Puchong explosion
Haslina Zainal
Jun 28, 2016 01:33 MYT
Jun 28, 2016 01:33 MYT
An explosion, believed from a hand grenade, took place near an entertainment outlet at IOI Boulevard, Puchong early today. - Astro AWANI Photo
At least eight people were injured in an explosion believed to have been caused by a molotov cocktail thrown by two men on motorcycle near an entertainment outlet at IOI Boulevard, Puchong early today.
The incident happened around 2.15am, while patrons were watching a Euro 2016 match.
Five of the victims were sent to Serdang Hospital and the rest, to Sunway Hospital.
Three emergency vehicles from the K-9 detection unit, explosives detection unit and forensic unit were also rushed to the scene.
According to police, a car which was parked about 30m from the premises was damaged in the incident.
Police are tracing the suspect.